Our Team

Meet Our Creative Team

Our dedicated and enthusiastic creative team has the knowledge and experience to provide complete support in assisting couples organize their special day.

We are there every step of the way, from the early booking stages all the way to the send off at the evening reception and beyond.

We are there until the last guest at your wedding is taken care of and on safely on their way.

Lesley Padgett

Lesley Padgett

Co-Owner/Creative Director

    Hello, I’m Lesley! Country gal from Winnabow, North Carolina who absolutely loves family, my little boy Maverick, celebrating, creating and some good ole Southern cooking. I absolutely love my little town and all of the people in it. To me, “Rock Creek” means home and family. Some of my most cherished memories have been made on this road. I wouldn’t give a nickel to have it paved in gold because everything I love is down Rock Creek Road. You may have heard me say this before, but this venue and property is what I like to call “my baby”. The land that The Barn sits on has roots and a lot of family history for me. From a family of farmers, I believe in the importance of the land and what it prospers. Whether it is planted to feed families or to create an experience that one will talk about for generations like we continue to do. The importance to us is continuing what you started. This land lives on and now creates events that live on in many other families lives that will be remembered and talked about for years to come! Making your wedding day and the entire planning process as fun and stress free as possible is my biggest goal! Building lasting relationships with my couples and seeing their big day come together are moments I live for. Every single event gets me so excited because none are ever exactly the same! It has been a dream watching “my baby” grow each year.

    Shelby Coffin

    Shelby Coffin

    Venue Manager

      Hello, I’m Shelby! A Northern girl from Jonesport, Maine who decided she wanted to be closer to the water after being landlocked in Texas for 10 years. I love Texas with all my heart, but the Wilmington area is starting to take it's place. I am so thankful to live here and to have found The Barn at Rock Creek!  My family and friends mean the world to me. I don't know where I would be without them in my life. Netflix, fishing, and games on my phone seem to take most of my free time when I am not at The Barn, but I wouldn't have it any other way!  I absolutely love The Barn! It was the job I needed that I didn't know I needed. From the couples to the Canadian Geese, there is never a dull moment here at The Barn. I love being able to help couples see their dreams come true and to be able to be a part of their special day. I never thought I would work at a wedding venue, but it is the perfect job for me!   At The Barn at Rock Creek we try to give you the best experience possible – whether you are getting married here or having a birthday party. The Barn at Rock Creeks’ team and staff members are like no other (I may be bias), we want to be sure your event is one you will never forget! That’s what makes this place so special! The passion that is behind this barn will turn any event into a dream!